You know you’ve made an impact when MTV invites you to present an award—even when you’re not a musician. Hailey Baldwin may not have a single on the charts, but by 2017, her rising fashion influence was undeniable, earning her a return appearance at the MTV European Music Awards.
That year, Hailey stepped onto the stage at Wembley Arena in London to present the coveted “Best Video” award—marking her second time in the role.
Her first EMA stint came two years earlier, when she presented the same category at the 2015 MTV European Music Awards alongside Bianca Balti and Tinie Tempah, marking the start of her red-carpet evolution and growing presence in pop culture.
Hailey Baldwin at the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) 2017 held at the Wembley Arena in London on November 12, 2017 (Credit: Lia Toby / Andreas Hübner / Future Image / WENN)
Hailey’s 2017 EMAs Look Marks a Shift Toward Sleek, Refined Glamour
Compared to Hailey’s sheer, strappy Atelier Versace dress in 2015, her 2017 look marked a noticeable shift in aesthetic.
This time, the model embraced a more refined, covered-up silhouette, stepping out in a black sequin Tom Ford bodycon dress that offered sleek structure without sacrificing drama.
Hailey Baldwin stuns in a black Tom Ford sequin mini dress paired with DSquared2 Treasures ankle-wrap sandals and Jennifer Fisher “Samira” hoop earrings
Understated Jewelry and Sculptural Heels Elevate Her Tom Ford Ensemble
She kept her jewelry understated—a deliberate choice—wearing only a pair of gold Jennifer Fisher “Samira” hoops to let the dress do most of the talking.
To complete the ensemble, Hailey slipped into ankle-wrap suede sandals by DSquared2. The elongated ties added a subtle ballerina-inspired touch, giving the otherwise minimalist look a sense of movement and modern edge.
Hailey adds depth to her look with a pair of DSquared2 lace-up sandals
The model added a touch of gold with a few anklets
Hailey Baldwin highlights her long, toned legs in strappy DSquared2 lace-up sandals at the 2017 MTV EMAs
Hailey’s On-Stage Moment With Skylar Grey and a Shout-Out to Kendrick Lamar
Hailey presented the same award, this time alongside musician/songwriter Skylar Grey. The “Best Video” award went to Kendrick Lamar for his song “Humble”.
The model showed off her friendship with Kendrick by uploading a congratulatory post and calling the artist “Kung Fu Kenny”.
Hailey later flew to São Paulo to celebrate “Own the Party” with the 212 Carolina Herrera crew.
Hailey presents the “Best Video” award alongside Skylar Grey
Explore More of Hailey Bieber’s Most Iconic Shoe & Style Moments
As Hailey’s fashion influence has expanded over the years, Your Next Shoes has tracked her evolution across red carpets, street style, and polished off-duty looks. Below, we’ve gathered eight standout features that highlight her signature mix of luxury footwear, modern tailoring, and trend-setting ease.
✨ Curated Style: 8 Shoe & Fashion Features on Hailey Bieber:
- 🤍 The bold contrast of an all-black Saint Laurent leather dress paired with sharp, white slingback pumps at the WSJ Innovator Awards.
- 🩴 Elevating athleisure with luxury, Hailey wore $690 The Row “Dune Classic” flip-flops to a Pilates session.
- 👠 Her statement Paris Fashion Week 2020 looks, including hot pink Balenciaga “Knife” pumps and thigh-high Casadei boots.
- 👟 Mastering sporty luxe in a Balenciaga leather trench and coveted Sandy Liang x Salomon RX Moc 3.0 sneakers.
- 👖 Seven of her effortless casual outfit ideas, showcasing favorite sneakers like Adidas Samba and chunky Proenza Schouler loafers.
- 👗 Rocking a vintage 2003 emerald green Dolce & Gabbana mini dress with sleek black Saint Laurent “Babylone” mules.
- 💼 Polished off-duty style featuring pleated trousers and glossy black Eytys Rio loafers.
- 📏 A deep dive into her stats and designer heels, covering her 5’6¼” height and her favorite footwear brands like Balenciaga and Jimmy Choo.